Strikethrough Text Generator – C̶r̶o̶s̶s̶ O̶u̶t̶ Text Online
Instantly convert plain text into c̶r̶o̶s̶s̶e̶d̶-̶o̶u̶t̶ strikethrough text that you can copy and paste anywhere. Choose from 7 Unicode overlay styles (single line, short stroke, tilde wave, double line, diagonal slashes, and X-cross) or generate ready-to-use Markdown, WhatsApp, and HTML strikethrough tags for social media bios, price comparisons, to-do lists, and document revisions.
All Styles Live Preview & Quick Copy
How to Use the Strikethrough Text Generator
- Enter or Paste Your Text – Type your text into the Source Text box on the left, or click Load Sample to see an instant demonstration.
- Pick a Strikethrough Style – Choose from 8 Unicode styles (such as Single Line, Tilde Wave, Diagonal Slash, or X-Cross) or 4 markup formats (Markdown, WhatsApp, HTML <s>, or HTML <del>) in the right-hand settings panel.
- Adjust Word vs. Character Mode – Select Continuous line for an unbroken stroke across words and spaces, or Strike through words only to leave spaces between words untouched.
- Copy or Download – Click Copy to Clipboard to paste your crossed-out text anywhere, or use the All Styles Live Preview cards to copy any style with a single click.
How Does Copy-and-Paste Unicode Strikethrough Work?
Unlike word processors (such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs) or web pages that rely on HTML tags (<s> and <del>) or CSS (text-decoration: line-through), social media bios, comments, and plain-text inputs strip out rich formatting.
Our generator solves this using Unicode Combining Diacritical Marks—most notably U+0336 (Combining Long Stroke Overlay). When this invisible combining character is placed immediately after a letter, your browser or mobile operating system renders a horizontal bar directly through the preceding glyph. Because the stroke is encoded as part of the text string itself, you can copy and paste it into Instagram, TikTok, X (Twitter), Facebook, YouTube comments, emails, and plain `.txt` files.
Strikethrough Styles Explained
- Single Line (s̶i̶n̶g̶l̶e̶) – Uses Unicode
U+0336for the classic, bold horizontal cross-out effect that connects smoothly between letters. - Short Stroke (s̵h̵o̵r̵t̵) – Uses Unicode
U+0335for a lighter, centered dash through each individual character. - Tilde Wave (t̴i̴l̴d̴e̴) – Uses Unicode
U+0334to place a subtle wavy tilde overlay across the middle of each character. - Double Line (d̶̶o̶̶u̶̶b̶̶l̶̶e̶̶) – Stacks combining strokes for heavier visual emphasis.
- Diagonal Slash Long (s̸l̸a̸s̸h̸) & Short (s̷h̷o̷r̷t̷) – Uses
U+0338andU+0337solidus overlays to cross out letters diagonally, ideal for zero-slash notation, math, or stylized usernames. - X-Cross Overlay (x͓̽c͓̽r͓̽o͓̽s͓̽s͓̽) – Combines
U+033DandU+0353to place miniature X marks above and below each character. - Markup Formats (
~~text~~,~text~,<s>,<del>) – Wraps your text or individual words in native syntax for Discord, Reddit, GitHub Markdown, WhatsApp, Slack, or semantic HTML.
Platform Compatibility & Keyboard Shortcuts Guide
Not sure whether to use Unicode copy-and-paste text or a native shortcut? Use this quick reference table:
| Platform / App | Recommended Method | Shortcut or Syntax |
|---|---|---|
| Instagram, TikTok, X (Twitter), Facebook | Unicode Copy & Paste | Copy s̶i̶n̶g̶l̶e̶ from this generator |
| Discord, Reddit, GitHub (Markdown) | Double Tildes or Unicode | ~~crossed out text~~ |
| WhatsApp, Slack, Telegram | Single Tildes (WhatsApp/Slack) | ~crossed out text~ (or Ctrl + Shift + X in Telegram) |
| Google Docs | Keyboard Shortcut | Alt + Shift + 5 (Windows) / Cmd + Shift + X (Mac) |
| Microsoft Word | Font Dialog / Shortcut | Ctrl + D then Alt + K (Windows) / Cmd + Shift + X (Mac) |
| HTML5 Web Pages | Semantic Markup | <s>old price</s> or <del>removed edit</del> |
When to Use <s> vs. <del> in HTML
- Use
<s>when representing things that are no longer accurate or relevant—such as a discounted retail price (<s>$99</s> $49) or a sold-out event ticket. - Use
<del>when marking text that has been intentionally deleted from a document revision, changelog, or legal redline (often paired with<ins>for newly inserted text).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cross out text on Instagram, TikTok, or X (Twitter)?
Instagram, TikTok, and X do not have a built-in strikethrough button or Markdown syntax for bios and comments. Simply type your text into our generator above, choose Single Line (s̶i̶n̶g̶l̶e̶), click Copy to Clipboard, and paste it directly into your bio, caption, or post.
Why does the strikethrough line look slightly uneven on some devices?
Unicode strikethrough relies on combining overlay marks rendered on top of each individual letter by the operating system's font (e.g., Apple San Francisco, Android Roboto, or Windows Segoe UI). Because letters vary in width (like narrow i vs. wide w), the line position can vary slightly by font. Switching to Strike through words only or selecting Short Stroke often produces a cleaner appearance.
How can I remove strikethrough from crossed-out Unicode text?
Paste the crossed-out text into the Source Text box and click the Remove Strikethrough button at the top right of the input panel. It strips all Unicode combining overlay marks (U+0334–U+0338, U+033D, U+0353) as well as Markdown and HTML strikethrough tags.
Is Unicode strikethrough accessible to screen readers?
Screen readers may either ignore Unicode combining marks (reading the text normally without announcing that it is crossed out) or struggle to pronounce heavily decorated characters. For websites and documents where accessibility is important, use semantic HTML <s> or <del> tags instead of Unicode overlays.